Cold Play

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We had a full day but a too busy one. Tomorrow Daisy goes home. It may be a short day as we will be busy and it's the anniversary. Hopefully some downtime occurs. We shall see.

Dogs have been full out playing. It's a great crew. Jersey gal seems to be all over Sage and Misty. It is fun to see. Brewer has taken over his spot in the tv room. It's like home week. :-)

We have another dental clinic coming ip. If interested, send me mail as we have a limited amount of spaces.

January 17^th will be teeth cleaning day.

It is $230.00 including tax. Cash please as we pay her cash for all the dogs before she leaves. She also appreciates a tip, if you can do do but that is optional.

Play

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I am in the midst of making holiday gifts and it takes time to design so I must make the blogs short so I can at least do some designing. That's the 1st stage. I only got 1 out of 14 to do. LOL So bear with me with short blogs. Our anniversary is also Thursday and I said to Nathan, what are we eating on Thursday. He said glad one of us remembered. I do not know who does take out that is good. I guess that's on me. It's okay - I am creating presents. Who has time to eat - or drive and get me Purdys cherry cordials and/or get food court food.

Well got to get to this blogs for puppies and start being creative.

Dogs enjoyed no snowballs and so did Dennis.

PS: Jersey was fine with Shlomo. Not afraid in the least but he likes to flatten her.

You Are Here

Sage was delighted to see Jersey. It was great to watch.

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Brewer arrived tonight. We are delighted!

Ms Daisy seems to enjoy watching the wee ones. She stares and stares at them. The adults can't play with them yet but they look through the xpen at them and sometimes gives them kisses. It's a riot.

Mr. Shlomo loves the cold and the play outside.

We had a very full day and no snowballs but can I swat Dorothy fir saying they will be back.

Tomorrow Rosey

Wet Snowballs Yikes

Here is Rebel a bloody mess due to the wet snow. I was grooming today and after the 3rd time of Dennis removing snowballs, he says they can go on the pads. They are NOT going out anymore. After all day of it, he had it. Now he knows what I go through. Not sure why Nathan wasn't helping but Dennis was overwhelmed. When I say snowballs, they were packed on them so they couldn't move. Fool me once, fool me twice but 3 times? Even dogs with short hair had them. I was nonstop grooming dogs departing so maybe I was lucky? Even daisy with mighty short hair had snow balls all over. Can summer arrive?

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Happy Hannukah to those that celebrate.

Well, as you can see, the dogs really had fun but at Dennis expense. Anything for the dogs. I am hoping it dips to really cold so no more snowballs before bed. I think Shlomo doubled his weight with snowballs - Rebel too. Those that play pay in this weather.

Enough of this complaint snowball craziness. Opus, Diamind, Vivi, Thunder, Logan, Panda and Bailey departs today. Harlow arrived today. Shlomo arrived today. 

Tomorrow Pingo departs and you don't want to know about his hair. We will get him gorgeous if its snowball tomorrow and he will play indoors.

We also had a very busy day as you will learn in the puppy blogs. 

PS: Teddy the rescue did not have snow stick to him. He played and I do not know why. He must have magical hair. LOL

Vow

I vowed I wouldn't be so late today.

Nathan delivered Wally the rescue. He said the mall on the 400 was jam packed. As the rental is so far up for both of us and you have to pull yourself in, he has bruises up his arm.

I washed and did pads, nails, face but letting Katie grow a bit. You will see her in the gallery, Ruth. May shape her up early next week. My grooming schedule is full, at the moment. It can wait.

Everyone is dealing with wetness and getting dirty so I have a lot more time in combouts. We also have pups that need several play sessions now.

The dogs are doing great. I want to get to bed in time. We shall see if Dennis finishes setup upstairs. It's not looking promising. LOL

I will be adding the gallery in a bit and a photos.

We are awaiting Bailey's arrival. I am also waiting for the pups next feeding so they can eat then play.

I think I would like to have a nap. It's that sort of a day and a number of dogs went upstairs to chill and nap themselves with Nathan.

the dogs seem to like no rain and cold. I want summer. Is winter one of your faves?

Way Behind

I am way behind today. We picked up another rescue called Wally today and he is heading to Tracy and Paula's house tomorrow. Our old van is well old and our mechanic for life retired. When checking out our van with a mechanic we didn't know, well they want more than the van is worth. So, we were hunting down a used van as with dogs you need a semi used van. Vans have gone up high in costs and we have a gas line to put under, a new chlorinator, windows, eaves troughs etc  and that's only a few things we must get done so used it is and the color we don't want but low in mileage. With used and private sales - well scary to me but this is a friend of Nathan's best friend a few dings and a colour we hate but better than what we have. Never going to find another mechanic like Pat at Autogenics.

Someone asked what we are doing for the holidays. I said dogs. We are skipping the holidays and trying to save up for things we must have done. Praying people don't cancel and more book. Our puppy people bring us great gifts - a bottle of Hendricks, wine, chocolate- nice as they make our days. Last year when everyone cancelled someone bought the dogs treats and had them delivered and there was no note in the box. I asked everyone and no one would fess up to it. I still do not know but wish I did.

Then there are people like Dorothy, Ronnie, Sherry, Pippa that have hearts of gold. Ronnie gave me her comb and I said no at 1st but she insisted. I am ever so thankful as I had a lot of dematting and well, the wrong comb can kill your hand when you do as much as I do.

This long oh my gad story is to say at 8am, Nathan has to drive up to Parry Sound to bring the rescue to Tracy. No snow tomorrow - thankful and we had to rent a car. Since covid all car rental places are closed at noon in Saturday and closed on Sunday forcing you to get a rental from Friday to Monday. Cute and we looked up and called every rental place. Nathan didn't get the car he liked nor the colour but its a rental.

Wally will depart tomorrow. His owner was bawling her eyes out. It is so hard doing rescue. He is a great dog - 7 years old, spry - friendly as ever.

The dogs here all received him well even Teddy. We have amazing dogs and well our visitors are pretty amazing. They could choose to scare the hey out of a newcomer but they choose to surround them with love. It can't be better than that so even if you do - oh how will I do that or how am I going to get through that - look at the dogs - the fun - the warmth. We gain as much from them as they gain from us. That is the silver lining of life.

Look at me going on and on. Lots on my mind but the dogs make everything smile worthy and so do special humans.

Dogs had a ton of fun but it was BITING cold today. Did you notice? They didn't seem to but due to a rescue and then a car rental and grooming that was booked - its 920pm doing blogs. Soon cleanup. LOL

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Wet Wet Day

Look at those eyes - so beautiful, imho.

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It's been wet so we had less time outside - their choice and who can blame them. I am going to wash Katie. I have been combing her but I am waiting till its not so wet as it defeats itself. 

Katie has been here for quite awhile and I am not sure how much longer but Ruth is getting better. 

We had a busy day as we had Teddy the rescue go for his checkup. You can read his blog to see how he is doing.

Thunder, Keke, Opus and Logan and Panda are arriving tomorrow for the weekend. Meadow and Daisy are coming for grooming and play. Tomorrow we pick up another rescue who will be going to Sudbury. We are trying to figure out transportation.

Tonight I have to attempt to setup the puppy room upstairs as they are destined to go there at night in a few days. I will start and Dennis will finish. 

Dogs played well and had fun. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law was here today dripping off Corey and Chiclet. They will be here for 10 days. They are doing well despite human mom thinking they wouldn't. Chiclet is on nathan's head and Corey was sitting with Dennis till he went to bed and now he's laying up in the top of the couch with Nathan in the tv room.

I need to get moving. I have videos to upload and a room to do. I hope I do a good job fast. LOL

Taking Photos

One would think it was an easy thing to do - just click but when you try, someone like Pablo stands at your feet making it impossible to click and worse - HE KNOWS IT. LOL

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The dogs had a ton if fun today. They ran. They dragged in all leaves and twigs inside. The operative word was fun.

Coach, Sassy, Pablo and Frannie departed today. Ms Ellie was here for the day. Tomorrow Siapoa and Dimsum departs. The house is getting empty.

Nathan sits outside with his toque on, a jacket and enjoys the dogs. Better him than me. I hate cold. I will go out when something fun is going on and I have the time but bring that summer back!

1st Snow 2021

Sassy and Coach say really?

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The dogs were not sure what to think of the white stuff but out they went.

I am going to have to do the rest of the blogs after I wash Harlow so those will be late. Harlow departs tonight. It's been a truly busy day.

I think the cold is invigorating to the dogs. They ran and ran.

Off to wash...

Who Plays

In reality there isn't a single dog that doesn't play here. Eventually they do as this house is - well a safe and fun place. I am glad we can give that to the dogs.

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Harlow and Oakley was caught playing as you will see above. Oakley departed today and Ms. Harlow departs tomorrow night. Pablo comes tomorrow overnight. Pablo is one of the party hearty boys. Coco the Maltese comes for the day and Benji and Tia depart. Tia is a senior and sometimes she finds the play too much and then suddenly she plays. It's on her terms. LOL Benjamin as you will see in all the galleries thinks everyone is his best pal and even thinks he will get away with stealing Roxie's food. Pingo get combed and looks like a ragamuffin from all the play minutes later much like Rebel. I could go on but each plays and enjoys but afte the day of activity winds down, tv time is enjoyed and Nathan is often found crushed on the reclining couch trying to see the tv. I could go on but will keep that for another day.

Wet Really?

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We have another rescue coming in on Friday sobetween all the interest in Teddy and arranging a new one and my usual, I am sadly behind.

Archie departed today. Kally goes tonight. Leo has been hanging out and enjoying. Oakley departs tomorrow and so does Amy, Leo and Winston. Teffy has been in the midst of everyone - no issue.

Short blog tonight but Harlow looks adorable play bowing in the gallery.

the dogs HATE the rain!

TV and Outdoors

Louis came over with his owners. I couldn't go out but for a minute as I had so many to groom. But it looked like all was having fun. You will see some photos, at my insistence in the gallery.

We have a full house but a fun one this week. We had 2 cancellations over the holidays but already 2 new are booked replacing those that cancelled. We still have some spots so if you are going away... your dogs need a holiday too.

Barney was here today plus Ellie and Leo has joined us. Tenshi departs tonight. We will miss her but her mom and dad need her in Montreal and I get that!

Coach and Sassy also arrived. They are from Wasabi's first litter.

Dennis made me good quality hotdogs and scrambled eggs. It was delish. He only microwaves so for him to cook was great. He knew I was extra busy today. A wonderful surprise and no he doesn't read the blogs. He is now sleeping till 10 and then I get to crawl into bed about 1030ish.

In and Outside

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We have a number of visitors so there is a lot of play. I swear when the visitors depart, our dogs sleep for days. I am not sure if they are recuperating from all the play or they are depressed or a little of both. They do have each other but there is nothing like having the opportunity to be social.

It was a great day. Teddy was trying to play with Diamond. She was starting to play back. I didn't expect for him to attempt engaging with the other dogs but so impressed. I need to give him a bath today. I thought I had to wait for a few days so he settled in but he seems to be doing well with everything so far and he really needs a bath.

Coach and Sassy arrived today. They are already playing. They are from Wasabi's 1st litter and love to play still. This is Coach in the photo - black and white.

The dogs - they are having total fun!

In Step

We have a few visitors. It almost feels like the holiday season and it is delightful to have the activity. Look at these two in step with each other and thoroughly enjoying each others company.

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We had a busy day. We went to get Teddy, who is staying here under the umbrella of Havanese Fanciers Rescue of Canada. I am on the commitee of rescue and have a fabulous group that genuinely care. The Havanese Fanciers site has been down so I will post here about Teddy's experiences. When that goes live again, we will place his photo and bio there. Claire who also does the social media will be posting updates there. We are all in his corner to have the forever life he deserves.

The dogs that are visiting are having a great time. I am sadly behind as I had so much on my plate today but it was still a lovely day. It's cold out. The dogs seem to enjoy the briskness and most of all - hooray no rain.

Last night I was not doing well. I did something stupid. I had a door open at the top of my desk. I bent over and stood up fast only to have the top of my head connect with the corner. I have a good size egg on the top of my head but no cut. I was in a lot of pain. I was vomiting and queasy. This morning I felt better though the head still is sore. How stupid can I be but get this not stupid enough as I left it open again but noticed I did so didn't do it again but really, Darlah! Interesting enough all night long the dogs licked my face, my head. They did not want me to sleep. Havanese are the best but tonight sleep guys!

We have a wonderful bunch of dogs visiting. They are outstanding. They play and play. If you want a smile - well they will fill your wish.

Wet Dry Whatever

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We have a lot of fun dogs at the moment.

Tomorrow Nathan and I are taking a drive to pick up a rescue havanese named Teddy. He's on the large size and lives a relative sedate life. We will see about getting him to enjoying after he adjusts. We will be posting after he is here.

We are still waiting for Kally who will arrive at 9 tonight. Tomorrow Diamond comes for fun.

People are going shopping and we have visitors. No matter what has happened this year, what a grand way to end the year.

Drier Day

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Nice to see visitors this year. Covid stopped people from travelling and now that people have shots, people are travelling again and we get to see their dogs. We have Ollie, Pingo, Benji, Tia, Rusty, Luna and Kally coming tomorrow. Now that is so much fun. Each brings an element of fun that I look forward to.

If you want fun in a small package - well Coco the maltese will be here for the day. She makes us all laugh.

Archie came in with exhuberence as if he was invited to a party and well he was the guy that everyone was waiting for. LOL Siopao and Dimsum immediately got comfortable and in their element even though its been some time. It may have been some time but they remember. We so make sure they have grand memories.

As the winter starts heralding in - it feels like normalcy and that we celebrate!

Melting

Was that snow or slush or rain. You tell me.

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No one was crazy over the weather today. It couldn't make up its mind but it felt damp cold. That's okay. The dogs do play well indoors.

We are hoping for a warmer day tomorrow. Maybe those days won't come till April?

Nathan also took a video of Coco and Ellie playing. You can find it here. We had a lot of play going on inside. Not so much outdoors.

Want to Buy Plus More

Did anyone buy this comb at my suggestion and you do not use it? If so, I want to buy it. They do not make it anymore and it's the one thing I was using all day every day. 

Please let me know. 

When it is raining you run inside. Here is the gallery. Although the dogs went out, most stayed under the deck. I truly believe they like snow much more than rain and can you blame them?

We had a busy day. I still have videos to upload. 

Play FunI think

The play is great when the weather is cool. Inside, outside, it all comes together.

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Dennis is finishing up the leaves. The dogs like to impede his progress. It is all fun though.

I had a very busy grooming schedule so I am going to make the blogs short. I just finished Magic who is going home momentarily.

I think there is a video of Parker and Coco playing on a leaf strewn kitchen floor here.

Slowly Grooming

We or shall I say ME is slowly grooming here and there. I have not got to Tenshi yet but oh boy she has been playing hard and looks like a wild child.

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Ty departed and so did Coco the maltese. Soon Tia and Benji and Logan and Panda will depart.

Everyone had a blast today. Harlow has taken possession of the up high bed now in the tv room so she can look down and surgery all. LOL

People are going away and we get to have their dogs visit. We are so excited.